Material Handler

Job Details

Job Location:

Muskegon, MI 49441

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: High School

Under the direct supervision of the Distribution Center supervisors, performs various warehouse functions. These include but are not limited to: receiving and putting away product, picking, packing, staging and loading orders, housekeeping and performing assigned special projects. This position requires lifting and the safe operation of material handling equipment.

(% increments must be no less than 5%)

• 50% – Picking, packing, shipping of customer orders, using Radio Frequency hand held device along with receiving and put away.
• 20% – Required to operate forklift and other pick and pack tools.
• 5% – Adaptability to performing a variety of duties in terms of selecting, packing or shipping products.
• 5% – Utilize proper techniques for lifting, packing, and handling heavy objects.
• 5% – Maintain a clean, safe and productive work environment.
• 5% – Responsible for the careful handling of all merchandise, avoiding damage to products or packaging.
• 5% – Making judgments and decisions as to the appropriate size containers for packing and evaluating the most cost effective methodology for shipment.
• 5% – Other duties as assigned.

2 + years work experience in a warehouse position, picking, packing and shipping products. Must be fork lift certified or be able to pass fork lift certification test.

High school diploma or GED. Some college preferred.

• Must be able lift up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to use scanner systems effectively with minimal errors.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Ability to meet and maintain a set level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Good verbal/written communication skills, basic math skills and ability to read.
• Forklift experience is a plus – required to pass forklift certification test.
• Strong team player and the ability to get along with co-workers.
• Hazmat training completed annually – 49
  
  CFR, IMDG, IATA every two years.
• All tasks to be done in a manner that are in keeping with the overall performance goals of
  -safety – accuracy – productivity – attendance - teamwork.